October 08, 2012, 3:12PM

Get the kids into their p.j.'s and come to the library for a bedtime story next week. Moose on the Loose, by Michigan author Kathy-jo Wargin, will be the featured book at the pajama story time program from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 9, at the Georgetown Township library, 1525 Baldwin St., Jenison. The program is for children ages... Full story »

October 05, 2012, 4:28PM

Three movies are scheduled at the Allendale Township Library this month, beginning next week. At 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, see "Barbie: Princess and the Popstar." At 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, see "Madagascar 3." Then at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, see "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" right after the pumpkin decorating contest. There is no charge... Full story »

October 05, 2012, 4:26PM

The Allendale Township Downtown Development Authority has approved additional funds for improvements to the Little League fields at the township park. Bids for $22,249 from H&K Landscaping; $28,630 from Terracon; and $41,925 from Buist Electric were accepted at the September meeting of the DDA. The amount is an increase of $16,045 over the previous budget. Improvements will include landscaping,... Full story »

October 05, 2012, 4:05PM

Eight years ago residents were strongly divided about whether a large housing development should be built in the rugged ravines at the east end of Taylor Street. They were still divided when the Planning Commission once again reviewed a plan for phase six of the Lowing Woods development, from applicants West Michigan Development Company and Ottawa Land Investments LLC... Full story »

October 05, 2012, 9:54AM

Join Michigan author Amberrose Hammond from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the library, 1525 Baldwin St. -- if you dare. Hammond is the author of Ghosts and Legends of Michigan's West Coast and will share stories gained from her research into mysterious stories surrounding Michigan destinations. The program is for adults. Registration is required, but is open until the... Full story »

October 04, 2012, 1:58PM

The Jenison Band Booster organization is working to raise $10,000 toward the band's new marching band uniforms. There will be a “Buy a Thread” raffle on Friday, Oct. 5, during the home football game. Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the game, and one lucky ticket-holder will win $100 cash from a drawing during the fourth quarter. For those who... Full story »

October 04, 2012, 10:50AM

The Allendale Township Downtown Development Authority has approved additional funds for improvements to the LIttle League fields at the township park. Bids for $22,249 from H&K Landscaping; $28,630 from Terracon; and $41,925 from Buist Electric were accepted at the September meeting of the DDA. The amount is an increase of $16,045 over the previous budget. Improvements will include landscaping, parking... Full story »

October 04, 2012, 10:39AM

Three movies are scheduled at the Allendale Township Library this month, beginning next week. At 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, see "Barbie: Princess and the Popstar." At 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, see "Madagascar 3." Then at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, see "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" right after the pumpkin decorating contest. There is no charge for... Full story »

October 04, 2012, 9:35AM

A recent work day at Bursley Elementary School brought out students and adults to clear brush, winterize garden areas, and add a few spots of fall color. Here Chase Kovac, left, and Josie Postema, show a chrysanthemum ready to bloom. Full story »

October 04, 2012, 9:20AM

It may have looked to many like tax foreclosures had skyrocketed in Ottawa County this year as the number of parcels jumped from 45 last year to 105 in 2012. But 81 of those parcels were in one development in Georgetown Township -- leaving the actual number of foreclosures down significantly over last year, according to Ottawa County Treasurer Bradley... Full story »

October 03, 2012, 4:32PM

A series of "Nature Walks for Kids" will continue through the month of October. Kids can join the Nature Education Center staff at 2 p.m. every Sunday for a one-hour hike at Hemlock Crossing. Fall is a great time to observe seasonal changes along the trails and each day brings new discoveries. These age-specific walks will focus on these... Full story »

October 03, 2012, 2:44PM

It drew plenty of oohs and aaahs at the Rosewood Reformed Church car show. Cameras clicked like crazy when it crossed the Mackinac Bridge in the annual tractor parade. But the greatest joy from the 1949 tractor, transformed from its original John Deere green to breast cancer awareness pink, has been the memories it inspires in the hearts and minds... Full story »

October 02, 2012, 9:39AM

Two Jenison boys got bucks on the morning of Sept. 22 during the Michigan Youth Hunt. Jake Yetzke, 11, bagged his first deer, a six-point buck, and his friend Skyler VanderBoegh, 14, shot a five-point buck after just 20 minutes in their stand. Both boys attend Jenison Public Schools. Their parents are Chris and Angie Yetzke, and Todd and Elaine... Full story »